Officers win regional Police Bravery Awards 2024 for heroic actions
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PC Reddington and PC Grey pictured above
A team of our brave officers have been recognised for their heroic actions in containing an armed individual despite three of them suffering knife wounds.
PCs Holly Grey, Sam Handley, Maverick Reddington, and four other officers all worked together to subdue a knife-wielding individual.
Despite PC Grey and PC Reddington suffering stab wounds and a third officer being slashed on the arm, they worked together to protect each other and arrest the suspect.
PC Reddington’s stab wound missed his lung and other major organs by a matter of millimetres.
The suspect is due to appear at Teesside Crown Court on Monday 15th July for sentencing.
The officers were nominated for the national Police Bravery Awards 2024 and attended the awards ceremony last night (Thursday 11th July) where they were named regional winners.
Cleveland Police Chief Constable Mark Webster said: “Our officers put their lives on the line every day to protect members of the public and attacks such as this are appalling.
“The bravery and resilience these officers showed to arrest an armed offender in the face of imminent danger was truly inspiring. They are a credit to themselves and the entire force.
“They represent the very best of Cleveland Police and we all could not be prouder of them. I’m so pleased they have been recognised for their heroic actions.”
Cleveland Police Federation Chair Paul Crowley said: “I am immensely proud of our nominees; they are undoubtedly the bravest of Cleveland’s best. The bravery and commitment they demonstrated in the face of such a dangerous situation, despite the injuries they received, is nothing short of exceptional.
“Without them, it is unquestionable that others would have been injured or worse. To our brave nominees: I recognise and salute every one of you for your exceptional bravery and for keeping our colleagues and community safe. Be proud and enjoy every minute of the occasion. You deserve it.”
Cleveland Police Federation Secretary Carl Baker said: “This was a hugely alarming incident at which all officers showed immense bravery and courage to detain the offender and protect the public who were present.
“Three officers received stab and slash wounds. It is only due to pure luck that one officer was not fatally stabbed, as the wound just missed a lung and major arteries. This shows once again that officers will put their lives at risk and go above and beyond to protect the communities they serve.
“I am immensely proud to call these officers my colleagues. They have once again shown the true values of policing.”